March 9, 2011
Bellagio Welcomes Celebrity Chef Michael Mina For Exclusive Epicurean Epicenter Event March 16 – Outstanding Wines Of Lewis Cellars Accompany Chef Mina’s Four-Course Dinner
WHAT: Immerse yourself in the culinary excellence of renowned chef Michael Mina in an intimate dining experience at Bellagio’s latest Epicurean Epicenter event at his eponymous restaurant. Priced at $225 per person, guests will enjoy a four-course dinner prepared by Chef Mina designed to perfectly complement the exceptional wines of Lewis Cellars. The feast begins with Butter Poached Lobster and sunchoke mousseline, followed by Oak Roasted California Squab served with beets, black trumpets and pickled strawberries, and Brandt Farms Beef Ribeye and Shortrib with caramelized carrots, marrow croquettes and puffed tendon. The meal’s finale will feature a Rogue Creamery Oregonzola Mousse accented by Sicilian pistachio financier and poached rhubarb.
Lewis Cellars will pair exclusive vintages from their Napa Valley winery with the chef’s creations. The featured wines include Lewis Cellars Sauvignon Blanc Napa 2009, Lewis Cellars Reserve Chardonnay Napa 2009, Lewis Cellars Alec’s Blend Napa 2008, Lewis Cellars Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon Napa 2006 and Lewis Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon Napa 2008. The rare, full-bodied wines created by Lewis Cellars are available at a select number of fine restaurants across the country. Randy Lewis, owner of Lewis Cellars, is a former professional race-car driver who competed in the prestigious Indianapolis 500 five times.
The extraordinary, palate pleasing Epicurean Epicenter Series blends the world’s most well-regarded wineries with Bellagio’s internationally acclaimed culinary program to create unique gourmet dining experiences.
WHO: Chef Michael Mina
Lewis Cellars owners Randy and Debbie Lewis
Bellagio Director of Wine and Master Sommelier Jason Smith
WHEN: Wednesday, March 16 7 p.m.
WHERE: MICHAEL MINA Bellagio
Bellagio Resort & Casino
3600 Las Vegas Blvd South
Las Vegas
OTHER: For more information regarding this and other culinary events or to reserve seats to these special events call Bellagio Concierge at 866-406-7117.
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